The women artists who resided on the Left Bank of Paris in the 1920s are the focus of this acclaimed documentary by Greta Schiller ("Before Stonewall"). Through archival footage and interviews, you'll meet Gertrude Stein, Colette, Romaine Brooks and others who found acceptance and camaraderie in the City of Lights between the wars. 75 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English; interviews; home movies; photo gallery; biographies.

Christopher Plummer delivers a remarkable performance, portraying "Lolita" author Vladimir Nabokov in this fascinating PBS program in which the Russian writer and teacher dissects "The Metamorphosis," ... more

Renowned for capturing qualities of the surreal and existential in his writings, author Franz Kafka remains mysterious even to his many admirers. This unique documentary explores the life of the legendary ... more

One of the most compelling personalities in contemporary American literature, James Ellroy is the focus of this documentary that delves into his obsession with crime. Join the "L.A. Confidential" scribe ... more

How does the "Demon Dog of American crime fiction" do it? Let James Ellroy tell you himself, in this riveting biography of the renowned American author. Ellroy narrates an intense chronicle of his life ... more

Moyers examines the renaissance in contemporary American poetry in this eight-part series. Includes "Welcome to the Mainland" with Sekou Sundiata; "Love's Confusing Joy" with Coleman Barks; "The Field ... more

Erotic desire never goes out of style, at least not for the elderly men and women interviewed by filmmaker Heddy Honigmann for this provocative documentary. Chosen at random in the streets and on the ... more

The incredible, often controversial life of the writer and objectivism champion is surveyed in this documentary that traces Rand's life, from her early days in Russia to her career as novelist of such ... more

She was a woman ahead of her time, and the amazing story of writer and philosopher Ayn Rand is told in her own words for this documentary. Rand, responsible for such literary works as "The Fountainhead" ... more

Was Ayn Rand predicting the future of America when she wrote "Atlas Shrugged"? The still-influential 1957 novel is newly dissected for its economic and political themes in this documentary, which provides ... more

A true science-fiction visionary, Arthur C. Clarke is the focus of this rare interview recorded at his home in Sri Lanka. Join the forward-thinking author as he candidly discusses his life--from his ... more